American Monetary Association
Jason Hartman
The American Monetary Association is a non-profit venture funded by The Jason Hartman Foundation that is dedicated to educating people about the practical effects of monetary policy and government actions on inflation, deflation and freedom. Our goal is to help people prosper in the midst of uncertain economic times.
The American Monetary Association believes that a new and innovative understanding of wealth, value, business and investment is necessary to thrive in the new reality of big government, big deficits and monetary destruction.
Host, Jason Hartman, interviews top-tier guests, bestselling authors and financial experts including; Robert Kiyosaki (Rich Dad), Harry Dent (The Great Depression Ahead), Peter Schiff (Crash Proof), William Cohan (House of Cards), Ellen Brown (Web of Debt), Thomas Woods (Meltdown), Gerald Celente (Trends Journal), G. Edward Griffin (The Creature from Jekyll Island), Chris Mayer (Capital & Crisis), Chris Martenson (The Crash Course), Robert Prechter (Elliott Wave), Pat Buchanan (Presidential Candidate), Eric Tyson (Investing for Dummies), Addison Wiggin & Bill Bonner (Agora – The Daily Reckoning), Catherine Austin Fitts (Solari), Thomas Sowell (The Hoover Institution), Marc Chandler (Making Sense of the Dollar), Gillian Tett (Fool's Gold & The Financial Times), Howard Ruff (Prosper In The Coming Bad Years), Larry Parks (Gold Wars & FAME), James West (Crime of the Century), Les Leopold (The Looting of America), Robert Wiedemer (Aftershock), Bill Whittle (Rich Man Poor Man), Les Leopold (The Looting of America), Robert R. Prechter (Elliot Wave Theory), Lowell Ponte (The Great Withdrawal), Jack Gerard (American Petroleum Institute), Jeffrey Hirsch (Stock Trader's Almanac), Jim Bruce (Money For Nothing: Inside the Federal Reserve), Kevin Armstrong (Bulls, Birdies, Bogies, and Bears), Laurence Kotlikoff (The Clash of Generations), Shaun Rein (The End of Cheap China),
A trademark feature of Hartman Media podcasts are our 'Tenth Episodes' where alternative topics of interest are explored every tenth episode. This provides a diverse mix of programming exploring issues and influential authors like Hannah Holmes (What Is Your Personality Type), Dr. Gary Chapman (The Five Love Languages), Christine Hassler (Manage Your Expectations), Sam Carpenter (Work the System), Chuck Gallagher (Second Chances), John J. Murphy (Zentrepreneur), and Robert Greene (Mastery).
Topics explored at depth by the American Monetary Association include Bitcoin, digital currencies, investing, corporate tax inversions, crowdfunding, inflation, the Federal Reserve, student loan debt, monetary policy, economic challenges facing generation Y, solar energy, 3D printing, medical technology, US dollar, currency exchange, plunging bond rates, personal and commercial bankruptcy, the cost of a college education, digital banking, the American dream, capital gains taxes, asset protection, gold and silver, commodities markets, precious metals, investing tips, structural and personal unemployment, bank regulations, regulatory reform, emerging markets, shadow banking, social media, derivatives, mobile commerce, government regulation, housing market, identity theft, cyber currencies, mortgage lenders, investment properties, VA loans, gold standard, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, online auctions, landlord tenant conflicts, tax lien investing, tax law, retirement, contract law, stagflation, home loans, real estate scams, renters, reverse mortgages, foreclosures, euro, European Union, ECB, European Central Bank, the US housing market, micro lending, online security, cyber security, online banking, digital banking, outsourcing, online shopping, Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Twitter, JP Morgan, short sales, austerity, forex, monetary systems, budget surplus, budget deficits, tax cuts, solar energy, consumer debt, consumer price index, property investing, high frequency trading, interest rates, college tuition, cashless societies, credit card debt, credit monitoring, credit ratings, currency trading, refinancing, federal stimulus, financial independence, financial planning, financial literacy, economic growth, economic development, Wall Street, IPO, IRS, Internal Revenue Service, IMF, International Monetary Fund, mobile banking, Elliot Wave Theory, free trade, underwater homeowners, foreign investing, oil prices, entrepreneurship, Equifax, federal budget, Keynes, Keynesian, fiat currency, financial scams, global economy, gold standard, income tax, and foreign investment.
The American Monetary Association believes that a new and innovative understanding of wealth, value, business and investment is necessary to thrive in the new reality of big government, big deficits and monetary destruction.
Host, Jason Hartman, interviews top-tier guests, bestselling authors and financial experts including; Robert Kiyosaki (Rich Dad), Harry Dent (The Great Depression Ahead), Peter Schiff (Crash Proof), William Cohan (House of Cards), Ellen Brown (Web of Debt), Thomas Woods (Meltdown), Gerald Celente (Trends Journal), G. Edward Griffin (The Creature from Jekyll Island), Chris Mayer (Capital & Crisis), Chris Martenson (The Crash Course), Robert Prechter (Elliott Wave), Pat Buchanan (Presidential Candidate), Eric Tyson (Investing for Dummies), Addison Wiggin & Bill Bonner (Agora – The Daily Reckoning), Catherine Austin Fitts (Solari), Thomas Sowell (The Hoover Institution), Marc Chandler (Making Sense of the Dollar), Gillian Tett (Fool's Gold & The Financial Times), Howard Ruff (Prosper In The Coming Bad Years), Larry Parks (Gold Wars & FAME), James West (Crime of the Century), Les Leopold (The Looting of America), Robert Wiedemer (Aftershock), Bill Whittle (Rich Man Poor Man), Les Leopold (The Looting of America), Robert R. Prechter (Elliot Wave Theory), Lowell Ponte (The Great Withdrawal), Jack Gerard (American Petroleum Institute), Jeffrey Hirsch (Stock Trader's Almanac), Jim Bruce (Money For Nothing: Inside the Federal Reserve), Kevin Armstrong (Bulls, Birdies, Bogies, and Bears), Laurence Kotlikoff (The Clash of Generations), Shaun Rein (The End of Cheap China),
A trademark feature of Hartman Media podcasts are our 'Tenth Episodes' where alternative topics of interest are explored every tenth episode. This provides a diverse mix of programming exploring issues and influential authors like Hannah Holmes (What Is Your Personality Type), Dr. Gary Chapman (The Five Love Languages), Christine Hassler (Manage Your Expectations), Sam Carpenter (Work the System), Chuck Gallagher (Second Chances), John J. Murphy (Zentrepreneur), and Robert Greene (Mastery).
Topics explored at depth by the American Monetary Association include Bitcoin, digital currencies, investing, corporate tax inversions, crowdfunding, inflation, the Federal Reserve, student loan debt, monetary policy, economic challenges facing generation Y, solar energy, 3D printing, medical technology, US dollar, currency exchange, plunging bond rates, personal and commercial bankruptcy, the cost of a college education, digital banking, the American dream, capital gains taxes, asset protection, gold and silver, commodities markets, precious metals, investing tips, structural and personal unemployment, bank regulations, regulatory reform, emerging markets, shadow banking, social media, derivatives, mobile commerce, government regulation, housing market, identity theft, cyber currencies, mortgage lenders, investment properties, VA loans, gold standard, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, online auctions, landlord tenant conflicts, tax lien investing, tax law, retirement, contract law, stagflation, home loans, real estate scams, renters, reverse mortgages, foreclosures, euro, European Union, ECB, European Central Bank, the US housing market, micro lending, online security, cyber security, online banking, digital banking, outsourcing, online shopping, Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Twitter, JP Morgan, short sales, austerity, forex, monetary systems, budget surplus, budget deficits, tax cuts, solar energy, consumer debt, consumer price index, property investing, high frequency trading, interest rates, college tuition, cashless societies, credit card debt, credit monitoring, credit ratings, currency trading, refinancing, federal stimulus, financial independence, financial planning, financial literacy, economic growth, economic development, Wall Street, IPO, IRS, Internal Revenue Service, IMF, International Monetary Fund, mobile banking, Elliot Wave Theory, free trade, underwater homeowners, foreign investing, oil prices, entrepreneurship, Equifax, federal budget, Keynes, Keynesian, fiat currency, financial scams, global economy, gold standard, income tax, and foreign investment.
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Oct 30, 2020 • 28min
370: Rating America's Presidents, An America-First Look at Who Is Best, Who Is Overrated, and Who Was A Disaster by Robert Spencer
Jason Hartman is joined today by Robert Spencer, author of Rating America's Presidents, An America-First Look at Who Is Best, Who Is Overrated, and Who Was A Disaster. This book is a non-partisan analysis of the US President's performance in office. Jason and Robert discuss sociological changes in the US and harsh rhetoric from either party. Will the US re-elect Trump, if so, will he be the last Republican President? Key Takeaways: [1:40] This is not a republican or democratic book; this book is America First! [3:00] Are the left "for the people" or for big government? [8:00] "With the truth about history, we can reclaim the public discourse." -Spencer [14:20] If Trump wins reelection, where will the US be in 4 years? [16:25] Will Trump be the last Republican President? [20:00] Rating US Presidents, example: Woodrow Wilson. [23:00] One of the recipes for being a good US President is…? Websites: jihadwatch.org PandemicInvesting.com JasonHartman.com/Ask JasonHartman.com/Start JasonHartman.com/Recordings JasonHartman.com/Asset JasonHartman.com/Webinar JasonHartman.com JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN
Oct 28, 2020 • 26min
369: 10% Less Democracy & Hive Mind, How Your Nation's IQ Matters by Dr. Garett Jones, BB&T Professor Mercatus, George Mason University
How do you define Democracy? Dr. Garett Jones and Jason Hartman traverse through a broad range of capitalism and democracy played out in different countries. Does one influence the other, or can they exist in moderation together? As well, Jones speaks to the typical choices of more educated people. Are groups more willing to cooperate if they have a higher or lower IQ? Books: Hive Mind : How Your Nation's IQ Matters So Much More Than Your Own 10% Less Democracy: Why You Should Trust Elites a Little More and the Masses a Little Less Key Takeaways: [2:00] Democracy is an absolutely sacred value, but don't know what they mean? [3:15] In most countries, judges kept "arm's length" away from voters who seem to have better economic performance. [6:30] The American founders were not for pure democracy. [8:00] Math and Science scores are pretty good predictors of individual life outcomes. [11:00] More educated people are most likely to see the invisible hand and support laissez-faire. [14:00] To some degree, Milton Friedman's prophecy was right: capitalism leads to democracy. [16:00] What's the Da Vinci Effect for nations? [18:20] Are smarter groups more cooperative? [20:20] Willingness to delay gratification is a sign of intelligence. [22:50] Are banks stealing our money through inflation, savings, or wealth? Websites: jonesgarett.com JasonHartman.com 1-800-HARTMAN
Oct 23, 2020 • 27min
368: Advanced Tax Strategies for Savvy Investors by Amanda Han & Matthew MacFarland
Clear some confusion about tax strategy, and gain some added tricks of the trade by listening to this interview. Jason Hartman talks with Amanda Han and Matthew MacFarland, authors of Advanced Tax Strategies for Savvy Investors. Tax laws can change every year, so it's crucial to take advantage of them as soon as you can. Learn what most investors forget to do for some of the best write-offs. Key Takeaways: [2:30] Excited to have advanced tax strategy with a focus on RE [3:00] Will we lose the 1031-Exchange with Biden in office? [8:10] Many RE investment property owners overpay on taxes because they do not view themselves as a business when it comes to their taxes. [13:40] How do I take more deprecation sooner than later, with a cost segregation study? [20:20] How do you prepare to take unlimited deductions, regardless of income - by qualifying as a real estate professional? Websites: PandemicInvesting.com JasonHartman.com/Ask JasonHartman.com/Start JasonHartman.com/Recordings JasonHartman.com/Asset JasonHartman.com/Webinar JasonHartman.com JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN
Oct 21, 2020 • 37min
367: Former Senior VP of Community Lending at Fannie Mae & National Low Income Housing Coalition NLIHC Barry Zigas
Jason Hartman talks with Barry Zigas, Senior Fellow at Consumer Federation of America. Barry shares a brief, descriptive history lesson on how Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac came to be. Barry and Jason discuss the low and middle-income housing crisis and what factors contribute to homeownership rates. Barry Zigas joins Jason Hartman to discuss student loans compared to home loans. Is this similar to a problem we've seen in the recent past? How does the shortage of affordable new homes drive inflation? Key Takeaways: [1:00] Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were both created by acts of congress. [4:30] Is the Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac mission to increase homeownership? [6:20] Let's talk about global home ownership comparisons. [11:00] What factors contribute to homeownership rates? [12:15] There's still discrimination in the mortgage markets. [14:30] Redlining is a term defined as a percentage of non-white people living in a community. [16:45] How much of the community reinvestment act is to blame for the great recession? [21:00] Student loans compared to home loans, is this a perpetual problem? [24:00] There's a tremendous shortage of affordable new homes to buy, which is part of what's driving inflation. [27:20] San Francisco, what caused its high prices throughout history, and will that change from COVID-19? [34:00] COVID-19 has employment implications, which will translate to housing implications. Websites: zigasassociates.com consumerfed.org JasonHartman.com 1-800-HARTMAN
Oct 16, 2020 • 33min
366: Market Crash Predictions, California Climate Policy, Crypto History, Bitcoin & Mark Moss
Investor, entrepreneur, and Crypto Expert, Mark Moss, returns to the show today discussing what's happening in Mexico compared to California? Moss, a California resident, shares some aspects of California that are proving problematic moving forward. Will these bills in motion and aggressive attempts to combat climate change cause a California market crash? "Every problem boils down to the money," says Mark Moss. Mark Moss talks with Jason Hartman about his feelings on bitcoin and why it might be the most favorable currency, even over the dollar. This talk includes a quick history lesson sharing one aspect of currency evolution. As well, what will happen when the stimulus ends? Key Takeaways: Mark Moss [2:00] Why is that the power stays on in Mexico, but not in California? [5:00] California is leading the charge on fighting back against climate change. [8:30] And what do experts say about the cause of the fire? [13:00] With California's chaos and the four bills in working order that could affect real estate, what will happen with the California real estate market? [15:30] Will there be a real estate crash in 2021? [17:10] Mark speaks about one market misconception. [18:30] The markets; stock, real estate, gold, etc., have become disconnected. [20:00] What happens when the stimulus ends? [22:30] How will this change cryptocurrency, like bitcoin? [25:15] What makes bitcoin superior to gold or the dollar? [26:45] A history lesson on African cowrie/aggry beads. [28:40] "If the people understood the banking system, there would be a revolution overnight." Henry Ford Websites: Mark Moss on Youtube JasonHartman.com/Ask JasonHartman.com/Start JasonHartman.com/Recordings JasonHartman.com/Asset JasonHartman.com/Webinar JasonHartman.com JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN
Oct 9, 2020 • 57min
365: Nominal Confusion, FedNow, Capital Formation, and Dynastic Wealth, Lynette Zang
Jason Hartman interviews Lynette Zang, Chief Market Analyst at ITM Trading, about everything monetary policy. Opening with one of Lynette's favorite charts shared from the FRED, Federal Reserve Education Department, Lynette, and Jason guide us through a discussion to clear up nominal confusion. Zang shares recent developments with FedNow and how this will affect the individual. Jason asks Lynette what she recommends we should do to protect ourselves? Lynette expresses her confidence in gold and why this is one of the three central pillars of dynastic wealth. As well, Jason and Lynette discuss inflation, the how and why of its existence, and how it's controlled. Key Takeaways: [2:30] Looking at one of Lynette's favorite charts from the FRED, Federal Reserve Education Department. [3:45] Fiat literal translation: government decree. [6:00] Nominal confusion; 'they' knew that people do not understand inflation and that they marry the legal money of the state because inflation causes nominal confusion. [9:00] What is a total financial reset? [11:10] The FedNow is about you, the individual, having an account directly linked to the Federal Reserve. [13:45] The basis of wealth is capital formation. You've got to save in order to invest. [19:00] What is Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance? [27:00] Whenever you hear the term nominal, you must understand that the truth is being hidden. [28:30] What should we be doing to protect ourselves? [29:10] Dynastic wealth is real estate, rare metals, and gold money. [31:40] Gold acts as wealth storage, holding its value over time. [33:55] Inflation is an invisible way for the government to tax you more. [35:40] Real estate inside of a reset faces two issues. [37:30] There is almost no such thing as a free and clear property? [43:30] How do negative interest rates work/exist? [51:40] What does it mean when the LIBOR goes away? Websites: ITMTrading.com PandemicInvesting.com JasonHartman.com/Ask JasonHartman.com/Start JasonHartman.com/Recordings JasonHartman.com/Asset JasonHartman.com/Webinar JasonHartman.com JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN
Oct 2, 2020 • 51min
364: Macro-Economic Trends, Debt to GDP, Inflation, Japan George Gammon
George Gammon joins Jason Hartman remotely from Saint Barthélemy. What's happening with Japan's debt to GDP ratio, and how can the US compare to this? George talks about the change in the savings rate due to Coronavirus and how it is manipulated. George and Jason discuss some ideas that the Fed may not want the common man to understand. As well, is deflation good or bad? Where are interest rates headed, and how can you come up with a prediction for that? Key Takeaways: [1:00] Life in St. Barts, low crime rate, yachts, and more. [7:45] Jason opens the discussion on Japanonomics. [8:55] The US deficit just this year will be the same as the total amount of debt accumulated from 1776 to 2000. [12:00] George talks on trades surplus. [17:00] How did Coronavirus change the US savings rate? [20:00] How has the savings rate been manipulated based on IRS' estimates.'? [21:15] What is it that the Fed, or the powers that be, don't want us to know? [21:29] Is deflation good or bad? [24:00] Who 'owns' the Fed? [29:30] In a truly free market, one is always trying to create a product that has more value than the money in your pocket. [30:30] Where do you think these interest rates are going? [33:00] George discusses using the Fisher equation to determine interest rates in the future. [38:00] Is inflation necessary? [44:30] Be prepared or you're going to be a victim [48:55] What is Rebel Capitalist Pro? Websites: GeorgeGammon.com/Pro JasonHartman.com/Start JasonHartman.com/Recordings JasonHartman.com/Asset JasonHartman.com/Webinar www.JasonHartman.com www.JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN
Sep 30, 2020 • 31min
363: AMERICA, What Went Wrong? The Crisis Deepens, James B. Steele, Pulitzer Prize & George Polk Winner
He is one of the most famous economic investigative journalists of all time, Jason Hartman interviews James B. Steel. Jason ask James about the decimated middle class, how did we get here, and how can we get out? As well, James touches on health care and the American dream, and how to make the middle class viable again. Book: The newest book, America What Went Wrong, the Crisis Deepens Key Takeaways: [0:45] The middle class has been decimated, without a real dollar raise in four decades. How can this be? [5:00] Discussing how the median income is behind pace. [9:30] The free market has been wonderful for this country but it cannot solve this problem we're in. [13:00] How could health care be solved? [17:00] Who are the global money men? [18:00] Is there hope for the American dream? [21:15] The solution; what is the foundation that makes the middle class viable again? Websites: barlettandsteele.com JasonHartman.com/asset JasonHartman.com/Webinar www.JasonHartman.com www.JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes)
Sep 26, 2020 • 3min
Special Announcement: Pandemic Investing Summit
Zoom Virtual Event: October 17th, 2020 Early Bird Admission: PandemicInvesting.com Get Instant access to Jason Hartman's newest report, you'll learn… The modified square root shaped recovery Understanding the rare economic malady of supply/demand shock Generational PTSD and what it means to you & society The six lifestyle mega-trends that will change the world forever And much much more! PandemicInvesting.com
Sep 25, 2020 • 18min
362: CARES Act, HEROS Act Stimulus with Julio Gonzalez
Jason Hartman talks with Julio Gonzalez, founder of Engineered Tax Services, a licensed engineering firm that focuses on tax benefits at federal, state, and local levels. Julio's expertise on tax credits gives us a different perspective on where the economy is headed. Today, Jason and Julio discuss property reuse for affordable housing and redistribution centers. Julio shares knowledge about tax credits from selling air rights to 5G infrastructure. Key Takeaways: Julio Gonzalez [3:00] Is there a chance to see property reuse like hotels shifting to affordable housing? [4:00] Many REITs are trying to redesign shopping centers into redistribution centers. [9:00] It's hard to make predictions about where the economy will be without any history of vaccinating 7 billion people. [11:15] There are twenty tax credits associated with investing and real estate at the federal level. [13:00] The government is incentivizing 5G infrastructure as a tax credit. Websites: EngineeredTaxServices.com www.JasonHartman.com/asset www.JasonHartman.com www.JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN
